What should I do before my procedure?
If you have an ideal shape and color in mind, bring a few reference photos with you to your appointment.
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You may fill in your eyebrows as usual so we can consider the shape you desire.
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If you regularly get your eyebrows shaped, waxed, or threaded, please do so at least 3 days before your appointment.
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If you have been on prescription Accutane in the past, you must wait at least one year before considering this procedure.
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You must stop using Retinol 2 weeks before your appointment and avoid using it for the 2 weeks following your appointment.
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If you get Botox regularly please get that done no later than 2 weeks before your appointment. This is to ensure we can make your brows as symmetrical as possible.
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Avoid chemical peels at least 4 weeks before your appointment.
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Avoid tanning for 2 weeks before and after your procedure. Do not come to your appointment with a sunburn. In this case, email us at least 48 hours before your appointment to reschedule.
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Avoid alcohol, caffeine, ibuprofen, fish oil, vitamin E, or any blood thinning medication 24 hours before your appointment.
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If you plan to go on a vacation, it is recommended to plan your trip a minimum of 10 days after the procedure due to the aftercare maintenance.
What to Expect
Immediately following your procedure, the tattooed area will appear darker, bolder, and more sharply defined. This will last 3-4 days. Do not panic! It is normal.
Most clients ‘ swelling and redness are minimal and will disappear within 24-48 hours. It may sometimes last around the eyebrow area for up to 3 days but will not prevent working or socializing. The treated area may feel like a sunburn afterwards but there should only be minimal discomfort.
The complete healing process takes about 6-8 weeks, at which time the true color of the tattoo is evident. During this process, your tattoo will soften and lighten. Be patient, even if you overthink color has been lost, as your skin is still regenerating and naturally exfoliating. Wait at least 6 weeks to see the true color, as it seems to take on new strength, and it is only after 6 weeks that your touch-up/adjustment can be done. Keep in mind that microbladed brows healed up to 30% – 50% softer than the initial color.
Please note that final results can not be guaranteed as each unique skintype will hold pigments differently and break down at different rates. The tattooed hair strokes tend to have a more crisp look once healed on dry skin compared to more blurry strokes on oily skin. We will re-evaluate how your skin has received the pigment at your touch-up appointment and make any changes necessary.
Healed results will vary with each individual client and using a pencil or powder may still be needed. Additional sessions (charged accordingly) may be required to obtain optimal results.
Aftercare
Day 1: 24 hours keep the treatment area dry.
Day 2-3: Use only clear water to wash the treatment area.
Day 3: Start applying healing cream onto treatment area for one week, at night time.
– Wash your hands thoroughly before touching the treatment area.
– On day 4, you may shower or bathe normally, but avoid using any soaps or cleansers on the treated area for the first 3 days as they can be detrimental to the bonding process that must take place for the pigment to stabilize in the dermis.
– Do NOT pick or scratch at the dry skin/flakiness; let the skin fall off naturally. Picking can cause scarring and premature loss of pigment. IMPORTANT: Once the flakes have fallen off, a shiny layer of healing skin will completely cover the hair strokes. It will appear as though the eyebrows are gone. Within 1-2 weeks, the hair strokes will slowly reappear at a lighter shade as your skin regenerates.
– You must avoid working out for 1 week following your appointment. Light exercising is allowed (minimal sweating), but you MUST clean the treatment area with lukewarm water as soon as you are done exercising. The salt in the sweat will fade the pigment very quickly and give poor results.
– Avoid direct sun exposure for the first 14 days. You MUST wear a hat while outside during the healing process.
– Do NOT apply make-up to the treatment area for the first 2 weeks. Chemicals of any kind may interfere with the healing and color of your treatment.
– No swimming pools, jacuzzis, or other bodies of water for two weeks.
– No facials, Chemical peels, Rettinol, or laser facial treatments on face for 2 weeks.
Once Healed
– Exposure to the sun over time can cause fading and discoloration of the pigment. Once completely healed, you may apply sunscreen on the treated area. Wear large sunglasses and a hat for further protection.
– Glycolic Acid, Retin-A, face peels and exfoliation must be kept away from the treatment area as continued use could lighten the pigment.
– If you are having laser resurfacing or laser hair removal after your treatment has healed, please inform the laser technician. Laser procedures may darken, lighten, or discolor the treatment area.